Age-Friendly Caledon

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The Town of Caledon is committed to strengthening community connections for residents aged 55 and over. We have built an Age-Friendly Action Plan designed to help remove barriers that impact your ability to connect with the people, places and services that make Caledon a great place live.

Over the next decade, Caledon will have nearly 10,000 more older adult residents (age 55 and over) than we have today. To address this major demographic shift, the Town of Caledon is embarking upon this new community initiative to ensure that its support systems – programs, services and facilities – are fully ready to meet the needs of a growing and ageing population base.

Click Here to read the Age-Friendly Action Plan and learn more about Age-Friendly Caledon.

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June is Seniors Month - Join the Celebrations!

June is Seniors Month

Age-Friendly Caledon annually celebrates our older residents with a calendar full of fun and engaging activities throughout the month of June. This year we have partnered up with local community services to offer a variety of fun FREE activities listed below. 

You can also find many ongoing free or low-cost activities throughout the month provided on the Town's Event Calendar and on the Seniors Month Poster provided below.

If you require transportation support to participate in an event please contact Caledon Community Services at 905-584-2300 x 217, 218, or 264 for more information. 

Download the Seniors Month Poster and Calendar Here

Online Nature Journaling with Pencils, Paper & Nature with Caledon Public Library (Online) 

Caledon Public Library

In honour of Seniors Month, join Caledon Public Library to explore and deepen your understanding of the wildlife around you through a nature journaling class provided via Zoom.

Participants create nature journal pages for two species. Class begins with a short photo and video presentation that explores the two species within their habitat and wildlife communities, providing an opportunity to observe physical characteristics and behaviours.

If you have any questions about this program please call 905-857-1400.  

Date: June 7, 2023
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom 

Registration Required: Limited Spaces Available

Click Here to Register for the Pencils, Paper & Nature Program

Eat Local Caledon! Community Lunch with Palgrave United Community Kitchen and EcoCaledon (In Person)

Eat Local Caledon

Join Palgrave United Community Kitchen, EcoCaledon (Gratitude for Food) and Age-Friendly Caledon for a Community Lunch in Celebration of Seniors Month and Local Food Week!
 
Registrants will enjoy a healthy local lunch of seasonal ingredients with a Lucky Draw for a cookbook and some Soup Girl Soup.

Date: June 7, 2023
Time: 12 - 2 p.m.
Location: Palgrave United Community Kitchen (34 Pine Ave, Palgrave)

Registration Required: Limited Spaces Available

When registering please provide your name, phone number and if you have any dietary restrictions (allergies, gluten free).

To Register for the Eat Local Caledon! Community Lunch please email adult55@caledon.ca or call 311

Advance Care Planning Workshop with Bethell Hospice - "A Gift to Those You Love" (In Person)

Advance Care Planning Workshop

Join us as part of Senior’s Month, to find out more, ask questions, and learn how to create your own advanced care plan with resources available through the workshop.

Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

Date: June 8, 2023
Time: 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Caledon Village Place (18313 Hurontario Street, Caledon Village)

Registration Required: Limited Spaces Available

To Register for the Advanced Care Planning program please email ntalma@bethellhospice.org or call 905-452-4979

Seniors Health & Fall Prevention Masterclass hosted by Dr. Vikas Puri of Intelligent Health Group (Online)

Seniors Health and Fall Prevention Masterclass

Join Dr. Vikas Puri of Intelligent Health Group for a Seniors Health & Fall Prevention Masterclass in celebration of Seniors Month. 

Participants will be eligible to win one of twenty-four Chiropractic Treatment Programs (valued at $1600) courtesy of Dr. Vikas Puri.

Date: June 12, 2023
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Zoom (link will be provided with registration)

Registration Required

Click Here to Register for the Seniors Health & Fall Prevention Masterclass

If you require assistance with your registration, please call 311.

Afternoon Strawberry Social with Caledon Seniors Centre (In Person)

Afternoon Strawberry Social with Caledon Seniors Centre

In celebration of Seniors Month Join the Caledon Seniors Centre for an Afternoon Strawberry Social sponsored by Age-Friendly Caledon.
Enjoy homemade cake with strawberries and cream, tea, coffie and entertainment! 

Date: June 15, 2023
Time: 2 - 4 p.m. 
Location: Rotary Place Bolton (7 Rotary Way, Bolton)

Registration Required: Limited Spaces Available

For more information or to Register for the Afternoon Strawberry Social please call the Caledon Seniors Centre at 905-951-6114

Bingo Bash with Caledon Meals on Wheels (In Person)

Bingo Bash with Caledon Meals on Wheels

Join Caledon Meals on Wheels in partnership with Age-Friendly Caledon in an afternoon Bingo Bash! Participants will enjoy a fun friendly afternoon of Bingo with light refreshments, snacks and giveaways. 

For more information or questions please call 905-857-7651. 

Date: June 20, 2023
Time: 1 - 3 p.m. 
Location: Caledon East Community Complext (6215 Old Church Rd, Caledon East)

Registration Required

Click Here to Register for the Bingo Bash Program

If you require assistance with your registration, please call 311 or 905-857-7651

Seniors Summer Social with Door to Door & More Inc. (In Person)

Door to Door & More Inc.

A senior focused social get-together with refreshments, games, activities, and a raffle! Come Join Door to Door and More Inc. and Age-Friendly Caledon for a fun afternoon!

Date: June 22, 2023
Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Inglewood Community Centre (15825 McLaughlin Rd, Inglewood)

Registration Required: Limited Spaces Available
Registration Closes: June 21, 2023 @ 5 p.m.

Click Here to Register for the Seniors Summer Social Program

If you require assistance with your registration, please call 311.

Watercolour Workshop with Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (In Person)

Peel Art Gallery Museum and Archives

In honour of Seniors Month, PAMA and Age-Friendly Caledon has partnered to offer residents a Free Watercolour Workshop. Participants will get to experiment with watercolours and create a painting using different techniques. Use traditional materials and mediums to create a variety of effects.

No previous art experience is necessary and all materials are provided.

Date: June 27, 2023
Time: 2 - 4 p.m.
Location: Caledon East Community Complex - Lion's Den (6215 Old Church Rd, Caledon East)

Registration Required: Limited Spaces Available
Registration Closes: June 26, 2023 @ 5 p.m. 

Click Here to Register for the Watercolour Workshop Program

If you require assistance with your registration, please call 311.

Older Adult Home Safety Program

Older Adult Home Safety Program

NEW! 

In partnership with Caledon Fire, Age-Friendly Caledon is pleased to offer the Older Adult Home Safety Program!

Older adults 65+ or their family members or caregivers can apply for the program by completing an application form online or in print. Community agencies and healthcare providers can also submit an application on behalf of a resident.

Learn more about the progam here

Qualified applicants will be contacted by Caledon Fire and Emergency Services to schedule a home visit with a Public Educator.

Apply online here:
Older Adult Home Safety Application Form

If you need assistance with your application or if you have questions regarding the program, please call 905-584-2272 ext. 4303 or email us at fire@caledon.ca

NEW!

Town is offering a new "Snow Removal Financial Assistance Program" as an initiative from the Age-Friendly Caledon Action Plan to "Implement snow and ice removal programs that provide support and/or financial assistance to enable eligible homeowners, including older adults with compromised health conditions, and individuals providing home-based supports, to safely access private driveways, stairs and walkways during various winter weather events." Deliverable #7.6

Low-income older adults (65+) and low-income persons with a disability living in Caledon are eligible to apply to receive a maximum $500 grant towards snow removal supports for the 2023/2024 winter season. 

Applications for the 2022/2023 winter year closed March 31, 2023.
Winter 2023/2024 Application funding period will open October 2023.

Older Adults (65+) and Persons with Disability Tax Rebate Program

The Town of Caledon offers a $1,050 property tax rebate to low-income older adults (65+) and low-income persons with disabilities. This rebate aligns with our Age-Friendly Caledon Action Plan by providing opportunities for you to remain in your home as you age.

The rebate is applied to your property tax account to offset property taxes. 

Learn more information and apply here.

2023 Senior of the Year Nominations - Now Closed

Senior of the Year Nominations

Annually, the Town of Caledon recognizes an outstanding senior who, after age 65, enriches the social, cultural or civic life of the community such as our 2022 recipient Robert Fines. 

Learn more about the wonderful things Robert has contributed to the Caledon community.

Thank you for all the nominations. The 2023 Senior of the Year will be announced during the month of June as part of Seniors Month celebrations.

Health and Wellness Ambassadors

New Volunteer Program!

We are always looking for volunteers to join our team of Health and Wellness Ambassadors!

Our Volunteer Ambassadors: 

  • Support the community outreach and engagement of the Town's Age-Friendly Action Plan.
  • Connect residents with community information, resources and services in Caledon.
  • Empower residents with the knowledge to help them make informed decisions. 

Please contact us if you require accessibility accommodations throughout the application process. 
Email us at peopleservice@caledon.ca or call 311

Click Here for the Volunteer Application Form

We will be out connnecting with our community, look for us and come say Hi!

Elder Abuse Prevention Resources and Information

Elder Abuse can happen to any older adult. Numbers have increased significantly since the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Below are some resources and information to assist you in learning about the signs and types of elder abuse and what to do if you or someone you know is being abused. 

If you are in an emergency or know someone who is, please call 911. 

Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario

Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario (EAPO) is recognized as the provincial organization leading elder abuse prevention in Ontario.

Their mission is to create an Ontario that is free from abuse for all seniors. They provide support to seniors affected by abuse, foster public awareness, deliver training, and community building.

Know your rights in Ontario

Learn the Facts

Prevention

Below are some resources available through EAPO: 

Ageing Well in Caledon & Dufferin

Ageing Well in Caledon & Dufferin (AWICD) is a network of community agencies and organizations focusing on the empowerment and wellbeing of older adults in Caledon and Dufferin.

Our mission is to enhance comprehensive community care through avenues of Communication and Awareness that support Social, Mental, Physical and Emotional health. 

Elder Abuse Networks are located throughout the province, empowering communities on issues related to the Prevention of elder abuse. As a Elder Abuse Network Partner, our AWICD members are committed to ensuring that residents have the information and tools they need to help prevent elder abuse in our communities.  

To learn more about Ageing Well in Caledon & Dufferin please go to www.awicd.org 

Caledon Dufferin Victim Services 

CaledonDufferin Victim Services is a not for profit, charitable organization serving the Town of Caledon and the County of Dufferin. They offer free, one-to-one, confidential assistance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to support individuals affected by crime and tragic circumstances. At CDVS, the needs of every victim matters.

They offer:

  • Supports for Seniors in Crisis
  • Bereavement
  • Frauds & Scams
  • Safety

24/7 in-person or telephone support and crisis intervention.

905-951-3838 
www.cdvs.ca 

General Inquiries

Caregiver Supports

Are you an unpaid caregiver? Are you looking for supports and information to support you and your loved one?

Unpaid caregivers are increasingly in need of support and care; it is crucial to shed light on their needs and the needs of the patients they look after. 

Ontario Caregiver Organization

If you support someone in need and feel anxious and overwhelmed with your caregiving responsibilities, you’re not alone. The Ontario Caregiver Organization (OCO) exists to support Ontario’s 4 million caregivers; ordinary people who provide physical and emotional support to a family member, partner, friend or neighbour. 

Website: www.ontariocaregiver.ca 

24/7 Helpline: 1-833-416-2273 (CARE)

Building Caregiver Capacity Collaborative - Region of Peel

In collaboration with Adult Day Services team members and other health care professionals, they will help deliver or promote:

  • Caregiver support, education, and counselling through the health care spectrum.
  • Time limited, solution focused therapeutic counselling onsite, over the phone, or in a support group for both client and caregivers.
  • Education on the resources and services available to enhance client autonomy.
  • Advance care planning discussions.
  • Referrals to other health professionals as appropriate.
  • Advocacy on behalf of the client or the caregiver.

Once a month the Region of Peel's Building Caregiver Capacity Collaborative meets to provide information, resources and discuss the challenges of being a caregiver. They welcome caregivers, service providers, funders, and other organizations to join us to help build up caregiver supports, services and programs.

They want to hear about your experience as a caregiver so you can be better supported in your caregiving role, and for providers to share resources, identify service gaps and develop action plans to address caregiver needs.

If interested in participating in this monthly session please email adultdayservice@peelregion.ca.

The Region of Peel also offers: 

Short Term Respite Care at Davis Centre Peel Long Term Care - Caledon

Cargiver in the Hills - Hills of Headwaters Ontario Health Team

The Caregiver in the Hills program's mission is to promote positive partnerships between unpaid Caregivers and the health care community to ensure mutual respect, communication, and compassion. Caregivers in the Hills is FREE to join and welcomes applications from all unpaid caregivers in Dufferin County and Caledon.  

Website: www.hillsofheadwaterscollaborative.ca 

Phone: 519-216-6671

Email: info@caregiversinthehills.ca 


Caregiver ID Badge - used in health and social care settings to ensure care providers know you are a caregiver.


Benefits of Participating in the Caregiver In The Hills program: 

  • You will be recognized as a Caregiver by healthcare providers in the Hills of Headwaters Collaborative.
  • It will give you confidence to ask questions to support your loved one.
  • Providers will recognize you as a caregiver and it will provide validation of your role and presence in the healthcare setting.
  • Local navigation support for caring for your loved one. 
Other Resources

55+ Information and Resources

Caledon's population, like much of Ontario's, is ageing. Here at the Town we are committed to providing resources and services to our residents ensuring that you receive the support you need. If you are over the age of 55 and living in Caledon, you may qualify for a number of Programs and Services. Please also find a variety of information and resources below and on the Housing and Living page to support you in whatever your needs are.

If you have questions or don't know where to turn please contact us or one of the numbers below.

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Know the difference before you call!

2.1.1 is available for public information and referrals to supports and resources in Caledon and Area. The service is available in 150 languages, 24/7. Just dial 2.1.1 from any telephone or go online to 211Ontario.ca.

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